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Reguarding Guardians of Art

MISTRY, Dhruva

© Dhruva Mistry, CBE RA/Amgueddfa Cymru - Museum Wales
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Indian sculptor, Dhruva Mistry, was commissioned to complete the sculpture scheme adorning the external walls of Amgueddfa Cymru in Cardiff. This winged creature - part human and part animal - brings together globally diverse ancient and modern influences as it symbolically protects culture and art in Wales.


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Details

Collection

Amgueddfa Cymru - Museum Wales

Item Number

NMW A 362

Creation/Production

MISTRY, Dhruva
Date: 1990

Acquisition

Purchase, 8/1990

Measurements

Height (cm): 292.1
Width (cm): 152.4
Depth (cm): 152.4
Height (in): 9
Width (in): 5
Depth (in): 5

Techniques

Portland stone
Techniques (sculpture)
Fine Art - sculpture

Material

portland stone

Location

East wing pavilion - exterior

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Tags

  • Allegory
  • Art And Design Movements
  • Fine Art
  • Mistry, Dhruva
  • Mythical Creature
  • Mythology And Fantasy
  • Sculpture

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